February 14 means one thing - Valentine’s Day.
With lockdown measures likely to remain in place, what better way is there to spread the love than to support a small business?
Here is a round-up of all the best Valentine’s Day treats for your loved one, all handmade with love in Ayrshire.
Lockdown lovers hamper
The Balgarth Pines, Ayr
The Balgarth Pines is offering a mouth-watering Valentine’s treat.
The lockdown lovers hamper includes any two starters, a roast dinner for two, any two desserts and a bottle of wine for just £29.
There is also the option to upgrade to a prosecco package for an additional £5.
Please note that the lockdown lovers hamper is available for takeaway from the restaurant only.
Butchers style Valentine’s hamper
Cedar Cottage Country Foods, Ayr
This hamper is the perfect treat for anyone who enjoys fresh meat or a home cooked meal.
Packed with rose petals, the hamper includes; two sirloin steaks (28 day mature), two half pound steak burgers, two chicken fillets, a steak pie, a pack of pork links, Ayrshire bacon and tattie scones.
The hamper can be purchased for £30. Please note, this hamper will only be available until Sunday, February 14.
Valentine’s cushions
Rainbow Arts & Crafts, Irvine
Rainbow Arts & Crafts are offering the chance to purchase unique Valentine’s cushions for the one you love.
The cushions are available in a range of Valentines themed designs for £15 or two for £25. Visit the Rainbow Arts & Crafts Facebook page for more information about the designs available.
Floral gifts
K&C Flowers, Saltcoats
K&C Flowers are offering a range of gorgeous floral gifts for that special someone this year.
Whether your choice is a bunch of classic, glittery roses or roses shaped uniquely into a teddy bear – this small business has you covered. Prices vary according to the size of the bouquet.
For more information, contact K&C Flowers directly.
Assorted Valentine’s gifts
Flemings Crafts, Kilmarnock
Flemings Crafts has a range of handmade Valentine’s Day gifts available to purchase.
Beautiful wine glasses and keyrings can be personalised with names and dates special to a particular couple.
There is also an adorable baby bib and vest set, decorated with “first Valentine’s Day” which would be the perfect keepsake for any new-born baby. Visit Flemings Crafts Facebook page to enquire about an order.
Valentine’s gift boxes
Handmade in Cumnock, Cumnock
Handmade in Cumnock have put together an impressive box of Valentine’s gifts, guaranteed to make your loved one’s day.
Featuring luxury items from local businesses across Cumnock such as; Crazy for Ruthie jewellery, Scentesi, Homemade with Love and many more!
The beautiful box can only be purchased on the Handmade in Cumnock website.
It includes sweet treats, fragrant wax melts and a handmade ceramic coaster, alongside many more small gifts.
The boxes start at £30, for more information, visit the Handmade in Cumnock website.
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